Charles Sumner: “Indeed, a careful examination of his relations to the government shows…”

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Indeed, a careful examination of his relations to the government shows how completely in his case the rights of “the people” are left untouched.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes that the rights of the people are not affected by the government's treatment of individuals, particularly slaves.

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